Improving the Quality of Life for Our Communities

Continuing a tradition of embracing, supporting + being a force for change
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MOA® Community Foundation

We exist to change things for the better, improving the quality of life for our communities, investing in inclusive opportunities to make measurable impact in education, mental health, community wellness + financial stability.

Targeted Support for Broad Impact

We have identified four Foundation focus areas, however, our impact in each individual area is intended to have a cumulative ripple effect. When families feel economically stable, kids can learn. When a person’s mental health is prioritized, their physical health can improve as well. No one focus area is more important than any other; all four combine to uplift all in our community.

All Mall of America® Community Foundation support is directed to Minnesota based causes.

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Education for All

Our partnerships with local organizations provide funding, hands and resources to support academic learning and workforce readiness efforts. Minnesota’s test scores and graduation rates are a source of concern for all, and we want to be a part of supporting education in ways that will impact families, businesses and Minnesota for decades to come.

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Mental Health

Unaddressed mental health issues take a dramatic toll on individuals as well as society-wide. The tools and resources to improve mental health exist; our goal is to put energy, funding and resources behind the organizations and initiatives who recognize the challenges and provide the support to help everyone improve their mental wellness, every day.
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Community Wellness

Healthcare is expensive, difficult to access, and complicated to navigate, from preventive care though chronic conditions and crisis situations. By directly supporting the physical health of all, we can encourage the preventive steps that benefit our communities, and partner with organizations that are leading the way to building better health and a better health system in Minnesota.
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Financial Stability

One out of ten of our neighbors lives below the poverty line, with certain communities disproportionately affected by financial instability. In addition to bringing volunteers, funding and resources to the fight, we will work to expand work and advancement opportunities plus support organizations that offer relief and initiate true, lasting change in the system.
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First Year Focus: Education for All

Every journey begins with a single step. For our inaugural year, Mall of America Community Foundation has made the thoughtful decision to focus on the pillar, Education for All. We firmly believe that growth and strength come through, from + by education. Our goal in this first year is to have a measurable impact in this area—laying the groundwork for a successful future.

2023 Benefiting Partners

Just as it takes a village to raise a child, it takes a community to shape the future. We are proud to partner with the organizations listed below to impact education—each doing so in their unique way—creating hope for kids and families alike.

Way to Grow • Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities • AdoptAClassroom.org • Northside Achievement Zone • Congregation of Bias Yisroel • Minneapolis Community of Kollel • Torah Academy • Yeshiva of Minneapolis

2023 Education for All Events

The Foundation is planning a year of exciting events and collaborating closely with key partners to raise money and awareness around education. Mark your calendars and plan to join the effort!

  • May 7 | Teacher Appreciation Day with AdoptAClassroom.org
  • June 4 | STEAM Day with Big Brothers Big Sisters Twin Cities
  • September | Back-To-School Literacy Event with Way to Grow
  • September | Financial Literacy Series
  • November 16 | Give to the Max Day
  • November–January | Festival of Trees

Giving Back: Part of our DNA

Even before Mall of America existed as a destination, we invested our resources into bettering our community, hosting our very first non-profit event—the Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund (JDRF) walk—on the grounds that would house our stores and headquarters. Learn more about our Corporate Social Responsibility efforts of the past 30 years: